Crafts at Hanga Roa prison

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Inmates produce a small range of woodwork and souvenirs sold in a dedicated shop. The setting is unusual.

Look for maker signatures and wood species; mass-produced imports also appear—when in doubt, ask provenance.
Look for maker signatures and wood species; mass-produced imports also appear—when in doubt, ask provenance.
Side streets hide bakeries, small museums, and the start of Te Pito O Te Henua toward the harbour.
Side streets hide bakeries, small museums, and the start of Te Pito O Te Henua toward the harbour.

Many travellers describe the visit as humbling; it is less about “cheap souvenirs” than about supporting structured work on an isolated island.

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Bring photo ID; bags may be checked. Hours can change—verify locally. Respect privacy: avoid photographing inmates or secure areas.

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